Interestingly, the research also found despite popular belief, drivers in their early 30s were the ones most likely to be the cause of an accident.

In fact, 32 was the most common age for drivers to fall victim to a crash as well, making your 30s the most at-risk period to be a driver on Britain’s roads.

Your Legal Friend also came up with a list of the car models most likely to be involved in a crash, as well as the UK’s danger hotspots.

It’s bad news for Ford drivers, as the Fiesta made the top spot as the car most likely to be involved in a crash, either as a victim or the cause, while Focus and Ka models also finished high on the list. Perhaps not surprising given how popular these cars are on the road.

The Yorkshire town of Halifax was the most accident-prone location in the country, closely followed by Liverpool and Coventry.

So if you ever happen to come across a 30-year-old male named David, driving a Ford Fiesta around the streets of Halifax, make a U-turn at the next available spot and get as far away from them as possible.

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Philip Waters, a solicitor from Your Legal Friend, said: “At one point or another, most people have experienced that heart-breaking moment of their first road accident.

“This study has revealed some rather interesting statistics, challenging a few common misconceptions about drivers in society today.

“While no two drivers are the same, it would seem over-confidence on the road can be the most harmful trait for anyone, and that all drivers should ensure that safety is their first priority while out and about.”